Antiretrovirals During and After Hospitalization, Including Bariatric Surgery

Abstract

Abstract This chapter discusses the issues involved in determining the relative priority of initiating and/or maintaining antiretroviral therapy in hospitalized people with HIV with significant comorbid conditions as well as the continuity of care after discharge from the inpatient setting. It defines antiretroviral stewardship and allows the learner to understand its potential benefit in implementation. Important consideration in the preoperative care of people with HIV are described. Lastly, the chapter covers the pharmacologic complications that may result from bariatric surgery.